A cozy, one-pot creamy lasagna soup with hearty meat, tender noodles, tomato-rich broth, and a cheesy finish — all the flavor of lasagna without the layering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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4 cups chicken or beef broth
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1½ tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
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8–10 lasagna noodles, broken
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ cup ricotta cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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Chopped parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat oil. Sauté onion 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add ground meat. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain if needed.
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Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, broth, seasoning, and pepper flakes. Simmer.
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Add broken lasagna noodles. Cook 12–15 minutes until al dente.
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Stir in cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.
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Serve hot with dollops of ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and herbs.